David Cullinane
Ceist:676. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated cost of increasing the disability allowance by €5; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21385/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 8 September 2020
Ceisteanna (676)
Freagraí scríofa
The estimated full year cost of increasing Disability Allowance by five euro per week is €40.9 million. This includes a proportionate increase for qualified adults.
This costing is on a full year basis and is based on the estimated number of recipients in 2020. It should be noted this is subject to change in the context of emerging trends and associated revision of the estimated numbers of recipients.